City Council gets updates on tourism trends, legislative wins
Las Cruces City Council heard updates from Visit Las Cruces and city lobbyists on May 12, highlighting tourism growth, legislative wins and $13.8M in capital project funding.
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Vasquez honors fallen New Mexico officers, praises LCPD Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez honored fallen New Mexico officers and praised Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week, highlighting local losses and calling for stronger federal support for law enforcement.
Temporary road closure begins Thursday near new Columbia Elementary site
Zertuche Road will be closed from May 16 to June 6 near the site of the new Columbia Elementary School. The closure will allow crews to complete paving and utility work ahead of the school’s planned opening in fall 2025.
FBI arrests two in New Mexico as part of nationwide child exploitation crackdown
Two men in New Mexico were arrested as part of Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide FBI-led crackdown on child sex abuse that resulted in 205 arrests and 115 child rescues.
Punk DIY series returns to Branigan Library with hands-on workshops for teens and adults
Branigan Library’s Punk DIY series returns this summer with creative workshops for teens and adults, featuring book cover bling, iron-ons, plush monsters and more.
NM Supreme Court narrows whistleblower protections, citing public interest
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that public employees aren’t protected under the state’s whistleblower law unless their disclosures serve the public interest — a decision that could reshape how retaliation claims are handled statewide.
MountainView launches yearlong nurse residency to support new grads, retain local talent
MountainView Regional Medical Center has launched a 12-month nurse residency program to support recent graduates, reduce turnover and strengthen the local health care workforce.
209 people face federal charges tied to new military zone in southern New Mexico
Federal prosecutors in New Mexico charged 209 people this week for unauthorized entry and violating security rules tied to a new National Defense Area designation near the border.
Santa Teresa airport awarded $240,000 in federal funds for upgrades
Santa Teresa’s airport is getting $240,000 in federal funding to support infrastructure improvements and design work for a major pavement project, Rep. Gabe Vasquez announced Thursday.